They are concerned, in part, that the day commemorating King will be overshadowed by events three days later to mark the birthday of Robert E. Lee. The proximity of the two occasions poses a particular challenge for Virginia and for the university in

Whether or not Washington and Lee's Law School closes in recognition of the national holiday in honor of Martin Luther King's contributions to the advancement of social, political, and legal justice is entirely in the hands of the

Robert E. Lee: January 19, 1807 – October 12, 1870. Today I celebrate the birthday of Gen. Robert E. Lee, a true Son of the South! Photobucket. Robert Edward Lee (January 19, 1807 – October 12, 1870) was a career military

By Jay Handelman, Herald-Tribune Music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, book by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee, adapted by David Thompson. Directed by Michael Newton-Brown. Through Jan. 22. Tickets are $25, $12 for students. 365-2494; theplayers.org Jay

While it is a federal holiday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it is also a state holiday to recognize confederate army general Robert E. Lee. "He was a firm believer in the cause that he fought for. The cause was not necessarily a good one.